How to cut watering
Watering and feeding container plants growing on the patio is a regular job.
Hanging baskets may need watering daily, although large pots and containers usually hold enough compost so that they only need attention every few days. To maximise the amount of water that can be held by the compost, many gardeners add water-holding crystals before planting up. For example Miracle-Gro Moisture Control Plant Food is a mixture of slow release plant food that feeds for up to six months and water-absorbing crystals that absorb 400 per cent of their own weight in water. Mixed into standard composts this combination of ingredients allows plant roots to absorb moisture and nutrients as and when they need it and also reduce the need for frequent watering.
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